
2 Bedroom Homes for Rent in Melrose, MA (78 Rentals)


52 W Emerson St, Unit 52 West Emerson St - 6

3 Mt Vernon St, Unit 4

3 Mt Vernon St

189 W Wyoming Ave, Unit 31

22 Howard St

130 Tremont St

207 Main St

1000 Stone Pl

569 Franklin St
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176 Elm St, Unit 2

112 Fulton Spring Rd

289 Elm St, Unit 14

177 Central St

126 Conant St

15 Phillips St, Unit 15 Phillips St #2, Malden MA

86 Maple St

54 Linwood St

15 Phillips St, Unit 2

51 Pearl St, Unit 206
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13 Garden St

134 Summer St, Unit #5

92 Bradford St, Unit B

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467 Ferry St, Unit SI ID1546146P

122 First St

96 Maple St, Unit 2

134 Summer St, Unit 5

51 Glendale St, Unit 1

17 Stearns St, Unit 3

464 Highland Ave, Unit 7
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14 Everett St, Unit 14-2

160 Pleasant St, Unit 160-161004

525 Highland Ave, Unit 41

185 Grant Ave, Unit 1

160 Pleasant St, Unit 160-16211

14 Summer St, Unit 1003

21 Myrtle St, Unit 5

14 Summer St, Unit 601

21 Myrtle St, Unit 5

525 Highland Ave, Unit 41
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15 Staples Ave

27 Warren Ave

20-22 Emerson St

15 W Water St

39 Rockland Ave

202 Central St

286 Ferry St

39 Broadway

30 Early Ave

51 Pierce St
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Melrose, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Melrose?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melrose 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,902 | $2,200 | $4,200 |
| Melrose 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,632 | $2,695 | $5,600 |
| Melrose 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,000 | $1,070 | $5,500 |
| Melrose 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,854 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
| Melrose 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,995 | $6,995 | $6,995 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Melrose
What type of rentals are currently available in Melrose?
There are currently 533 Apartments for Rent in Melrose, MA with pricing that ranges from $900 to $19,900. There are also 258 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Melrose ranging from $1,070 to $15,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Melrose?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Melrose ranges from $1,070 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,410.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Melrose?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Melrose range from $900 to $6,409, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,695 to $5,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,070 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,000.
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